Shila - Deha, Shimla
Shila is a village situated in the Deha tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 66 km from Shimla. Ghodna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Shila village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shila is 025355. The village covers a total geographical area of 130 hectares and falls under the 171220 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Shila village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shila
As per Census 2011, Shila village has a total population of 349 people, consisting of 171 males and 178 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shila are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 349 | 171 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 143 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 28 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Shila
Shila is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Shila
Shila is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Shila is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shila
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shila village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Shila
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shila village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shila
Where is Shila located?
Shila village is located in Deha Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shila?
The Gram Panchayat of Shila is Ghodna.
What is the pincode of Shila?
The pincode of Shila is 171220.
What is the population of Shila?
Shila has a total population of 349, including 171 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Shila?
There are 66 households in Shila.
What is the literacy rate in Shila?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shila is 75.93%. Male literacy is 83.63% and female literacy is 68.54%.